2000 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 531 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
